Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2186: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- PARKING FACILITIES AND PRIVILEGES
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Plain-language summary
SB 2186 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- PARKING FACILITIES AND PRIVILEGES. Primary sponsor: Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Linda Ujifusa (Democratic), Melissa Murray (Democratic), Jake Bissaillon (Democratic), Walter Felag (Democratic), Sue Sosnowski (Democratic), Bob Britto (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Victoria Gu (Democratic), Alana DiMario (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 4, 2026): 06/04/2026 Referred to House State Government & Elections.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Allows persons with disabilities to receive up to two (2) motor vehicle disability parking privilege placards.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Linda Ujifusa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
| Melissa Murray | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 24 |
| Jake Bissaillon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 1 |
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Sue Sosnowski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 37 |
| Bob Britto | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Victoria Gu | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Alana DiMario | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/04/2026 Referred to House State Government & Elections
- 06/03/2026 Senate read and passed
- 05/27/2026 Placed on Senate Calendar (06/03/2026)
- 05/27/2026 Committee recommends passage
- 05/22/2026 Scheduled for consideration (05/27/2026)
- 04/15/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/15/2026)
- 01/16/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs